Zaza Cuban Diner

1351 Alafaya Trl Ste 1001, Oviedo, FL 32765

Mexican / Latin

Last inspected: Jan 15, 2026

Score

High Risk

Inspectors have visited Zaza Cuban Diner 11 times, with records going back to 2022. Zaza Cuban Diner was last inspected on Jan 15, 2026. The high risk label is a heads-up that the most recent visit didn't go well.

Violation counts have ticked up lately, averaging around nine violations per visit versus roughly four violations earlier in the record.

When inspectors have written things up, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been the most frequent reason, cited three times.

Zaza Cuban Diner's latest score of 45 falls below the Oviedo average of 64. Taken together, the history suggests a facility that has struggled with consistency.

Inspections

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Inspection History

Jan 15, 2026

Routine - Food

1 critical violation. 3 major violations. 3 minor violations.

View 7 violations

Adequate Handwashing Facilities Supplied and Accessible

FL-10

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Approved Thawing Methods Used

FL-31

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Jul 30, 2025

Routine - Food

2 major violations. 7 minor violations.

View 9 violations

Food Obtained from Approved Sources

FL-11

Food in Good Condition, Safe, and Unadulterated

FL-13

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Potentially Hazardous Food Held at Proper Temperature

FL-16

Food Contact Surfaces Clean and Sanitized

FL-22

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Non-Food Contact Surfaces Clean

FL-23

Toxic Substances Properly Identified, Stored, Used

FL-32

Lighting Adequate; Required Shields in Place

FL-36

Mar 17, 2025

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 1 major violation. 5 minor violations.

View 10 violations

Supervisor/Person in Charge Present

FL-01

Certified Food Manager Identification

FL-02

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Hands Clean and Properly Washed

FL-08

Required Records Available; Shellstock Tags/Labels

FL-14

Wiping Cloths Properly Used and Stored

FL-41

Washing Fruits and Vegetables

FL-42

Proper Hot and Cold Holding Temperatures

FL-21

Hot and Cold Water Available; Adequate Pressure

FL-25

Equipment Adequate to Maintain Product Temperature

FL-29

Dec 6, 2024

Routine - Food

2 critical violations. 1 major violation. 2 minor violations.

View 5 violations

Employee Health Policies Present

FL-03

Procedures for Responding to Vomiting/Diarrheal Events

FL-05

Food Received at Proper Temperature

FL-12

Plumbing Maintained; Sewage Disposal

FL-51

Personal Cleanliness

FL-40

Mar 7, 2024

Routine - Food

1 critical violation.

View 1 violation

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Repeat Violation** **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2024-03-07: **Time Extended**

29-34-4

Mar 6, 2024

Routine - Food

4 critical violations. 2 minor violations.

View 6 violations

High Priority - Raw animal food stored over ready-to-eat food. - raw empanadas containing egg as binding ingredient over ready to eat sliced cheese. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

08A-05-6

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. - ham (48F - Cold Holding); - cheese (46F - Cold Holding); - tomato (46F - Cold Holding); - cooked potato (50F - Cold Holding); - lettuce (49F - Cold Holding); - cheese (49F - Cold Holding) Manager states less than 2 hours. Moved items to different cooler. **Warning**

03A-02-5

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food identified in the written procedure as a food held using time as a public health control has no time marking and the time removed from temperature control cannot be determined. - pre-prepped cuban sandwich. Manager states less than 2 hours. This item currently not on time plan. **Warning**

03F-02-5

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at hose bibb or on fitting/splitter added to hose bibb. **Repeat Violation** **Warning**

29-34-4

Basic - Employee eating in a food preparation or other restricted area. - employee drinking at front make counter **Warning**

12B-02-4

Basic - Employee beverage container on a food preparation table or over/next to clean equipment/utensils. **Corrected On-Site** **Warning**

12B-07-4

Sep 12, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Sep 7, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations.

View 3 violations

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. - at sink next to beer station **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-07: **Time Extended**

29-37-4

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Below flat top: - beef (61F - Cold Holding); - pork (60F - Cold Holding); - cooked veggies (60F - Cold Holding); - cooked potatoes (60F - Cold Holding); - ham (60F - Cold Holding) **Warning** - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-07: No tcs foods held in unit. Manager states waiting for refrigeration service to come to fix. **Time Extended**

03A-02-5

High Priority - - From initial inspection : High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet. - From follow-up inspection 2023-09-07: **Time Extended**

29-42-4

Sep 6, 2023

Routine - Food

3 critical violations. 1 minor violation.

View 4 violations

High Priority - Vacuum breaker missing at mop sink faucet or on fitting/splitter added to mop sink faucet.

29-42-4

High Priority - Spray hose at dish sink lower than flood rim of sink. - at sink next to beer station **Warning**

29-37-4

High Priority - Time/temperature control for safety food cold held at greater than 41 degrees Fahrenheit. Below flat top: - beef (61F - Cold Holding); - pork (60F - Cold Holding); - cooked veggies (60F - Cold Holding); - cooked potatoes (60F - Cold Holding); - ham (60F - Cold Holding) **Warning**

03A-02-5

Basic - Accumulation of lime scale on the inside of the dishmachine. **Warning**

16-23-4

Mar 31, 2023

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

Nov 14, 2022

Routine - Food

No violations found.

100

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Frequently Asked Questions

When was Zaza Cuban Diner last inspected?

The most recent health inspection at Zaza Cuban Diner on file is from Jan 15, 2026. The public record contains 11 inspections in total.

What is the most common violation at Zaza Cuban Diner?

Across the inspection record, “time/temperature control for safety food cold held” has been cited three times, more than any other issue at Zaza Cuban Diner.

How does Zaza Cuban Diner compare to other restaurants in Oviedo?

Zaza Cuban Diner most recently scored 45 out of 100, which is lower than the Oviedo average of 64.

Has Zaza Cuban Diner's inspection record improved over time?

No. Recent inspections at Zaza Cuban Diner have averaged around nine violations per visit, up from roughly four earlier in the record.

What does a high risk rating mean?

A high risk rating at Zaza Cuban Diner means the most recent inspection flagged either critical violations or a substantial number of smaller ones. Diners may want to read the violation details before deciding to visit.

How often is Zaza Cuban Diner inspected?

Based on the inspection history on file, Zaza Cuban Diner is inspected around three times per year on average.

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